City Homes
Former EDIDA winners Vaishali Kamdar and Ravi Vazirani team up to craft a Mumbai home
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In the age of technology — that thrives on likes, followers, Pinterest pins and incessant scrolling — where human interference begins and blurs is hard to tell. But through the layers of raging trends, reels and visual hoodwinks online, the duo, Vaishali Kamdar and Ravi Vazirani are an exception in the offscreen world. Their creative […]
Tucked away from the clutter of the outside world, this home is a rejuvenation retreat for its dwellers. Once a blank canvas on the twenty-third floor of a skyscraper in Bengaluru, the 3,000 sq ft abode crafted by Aakriti Saraf Design takes one through the life stories of a multi-generational family — awash in white […]
A vision of comfort, this Pune home by Studio Śra is a safe haven from the busy city. Located in the popular neighbourhood of Kalyani Nagar, this 2,500 sq ft row house brings together the charm of quiet luxury and refined city life, weaved wittily with the aspirations of the homeowners. Appropriately dubbed ‘The Sanctuary’, […]
Our coves in the city are bound to meet the natural chaos that comes with it. And the only way to stave off it is by creating something personal and meaningful that will not only be timeless but relevant for the years to come. In Mumbai, Anjali Rawat Architects treads this thought by crafting a […]
Stepping away from conventional design, Art Haus, the 3000 sq.ft residence in Mumbai designed by partners Shobhan Kothari and Anand Menon of ADND, prioritises the wishes of the homeowners to deliver a project that plays house to a lavish collection of private artwork. “I think we stuck to the idea of being contemporary. We start […]
“I’ve always been interested in how people live within a space. Where do they start their day, read a book, or entertain friends and family? Allowing someone to function with ease brings me joy. And ultimately, it is about discovering and celebrating our clients personal style,” discusses Nicole Hogarty. Inspired by classical Greek architecture, the […]
Art is longing. You never arrive, but you keep going in the hope that you will. Written by the German painter and sculptor Anselm Kiefer, I read and repeat this quote over ten times, before every word absorbs into my intellect. The magic about the word ‘longing’ is wherever you see it, you’ll most likely […]
A window to the past and perhaps direction to the future—heritage is a matter of pride as well as great responsibility. Take the case of India, with a history as rich and diverse, heritage has always played an important role in the realm of culture and crafts. Keeping alive traditions with a sharp vision for […]
What would be your thoughts if your immediate neighbourhood is bounty of nature and lush landscape? Expressions of tranquillity and calm are sure to be the first thoughts popping up. Bringing a similar notion to existence is this home in Surat by EssTeam. Quiet and relaxed, just like its name, the Niraant House is designed […]
A basic tenet of any healthy relationship is open dialogue and transparency. And an underplayed yet necessary virtue is the art of listening. Sometimes, between what is said and what is not, a lot is lost in translation. The same holds true for fabrics and furnishings. The day you decide to venture out in search […]
Give it a thought — first impressions don’t always have to be the last ones. Especially, with this Mumbai home assembled by Ayesha Puri Kanoria and Nina Puri of Sanjay Puri Architects, one thing is for sure that each time you look at it, a distinct, lingering sentiment grips you, thanks to the many impressions […]
There’s pleasure in the way minimalism, functionalism and whimsy come together to form a house. This 1,470 sq ft, the three bedroom home in Lower Parel, Mumbai, reflects the ideals of zen meditation and quiet contemplation. Inspired by Japanese design style, the design is helmed by architecture firm Anomalia and its founder, Bhakti V Loonawat […]
Evolution, a word that describes the very nature of our existence and of earth translates into an art show that has us thinking about the essence of architecture and design, deep and beyond. Recently, the map of Mumbai and its art arena was yet again abuzz with a showcase of an insightful furniture exhibition by […]
To fabricate a cohesive tale of style and aesthetic, a designer often curates a mood board. Assembled essentially for inspiration, the mini collage holds paramount data about the project, its crux and its aspirations. Mansi Tarneja, Principal Designer of Mansi Tarneja Design Studio fashions her latest venture—a Mumbai home as a life-size mood board. Styled […]
Lines are a curious visual element. Pack enough of these underrated design tools together and they will emphasise and enhance the linearity of a space. Stack them vertically and the same space is now more tight-knit and snug. Converge them and one can unleash a string of focal points via interesting intersections. Accentuating this intriguing […]
The good and a rather surprising thing about less being more, a subject in design that’s often debated over, is that it never looks less and feels doubly absorbing in its details. Outlining this very idea onto a canvas of a home in Hyderabad are Naina Reddy and Rajat Sanghvi, Founders-Principal Architects of MakeSpace Architects. […]
There is a certain sense of belongingness that makes art as curious a subject as it is inviting. If it is an artwork or many that one owns as a personal collection, over the years, it becomes a piece of comfort, while for the onlookers a work that ignites conversations. A similar narrative breathes life […]
Commenced in 2012, the Mumbai Gallery Weekend puts on a show to display the diversity and depth of art in the bustling city. Returning for its tenth edition, 23 galleries—from midtown and South Mumbai—proudly flaunt contemporary art in these freshly curated exhibitions. Upcycled material turned into art marvels, avant-garde films, and other curations provide art-isfaction […]
Celebrated ubiquitously for its choice craftsmanship and meticulous mosaic creations, premier tile maker SICIS shines spotlight on its latest Jakuchu collection through its availability at Tessera India. An ornate amalgam or Oriental art and culture, Jakuchu is a stellar range of mosaic works and painting that is an ode to the marvellous mastery of Japanese […]
The vast and vibrant land of India embraces cultures that stun you every time you experience or come close to it. Birthed in the rich lands of Rajasthan is one such facet that combines history with modernity, culture with colours and art with design—called Pichwai. And ALARA Studio has made it a point to bring […]
“Art to me is the life of the house. It makes me acknowledge where the homeowner is vibrating at this point in his life. It is emotive and insightful for me” says Sravanya Aditya Pittie, Founder of Soka Design Studio. Sravanya Aditya Pittie crafts and assembles her apartment backwards. Rather than an afterthought, a coalition of […]
A sense of nostalgia, even some unrealised sentiments of joy and longing for a certain someone, someplace, something, deluge your mind as you keenly gaze at the ‘Looking Back at The Future’ exhibition by Todo Paintal, a humble, seasoned lover of art. Showcased at Gallery Threshold in New Delhi, 79-year-old Paintal surprised the audience and […]
When a nation is born, the arts and artists play an integral role in effectively articulating a shared idea of the country to its people. During India’s freedom struggle against colonialism, Indian art and literature flourished and soon became a source of national pride. Be it bringing back the memories of the unparalleled emperor Shivaji […]
